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GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center

1000 Heritage Dr, Pottstown, PA 19464

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About GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center

GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center is a child care center in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 143 children.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Inspection reports for GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center

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Certificate of Compliance
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143 children
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Transportation 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1

For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jun 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Certification representative conducted an allocated unannounced visit. There was yellow peeling paint located on the hallway walls.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 4, 2026

  2. Feb 18, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a broken faucet in classroom #6 (bathroom #1).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2 and #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in room #9 was in reach of the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(a)/3270.75(c) In child care spaces/Has all items

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in room #5 was missing scissors. In addition, room #2 did not have a first aid kit.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Toxics were on lower shelf in reach of the children. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The PA state police clearance for staff person #1 was not legible and did not have the required disseminated date available.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a changing table mat torn and in poor condition being used for toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a table blocking the exit door in classroom #2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

  3. May 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Certification representative conducted an investigation. Witnesses confirmed that staff person #1 picked up the bottle and gave child #1 the remainder of a bottle of breastmilk that did not belong to the child.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025

  4. Feb 18, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #2 and #3 did not include an initial health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

    • Transportation

      3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures or transportation and walking excursions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(3)/3270.182(4) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of medications or special dietary needs.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there were bottles not labeled in the young toddler and older toddler rooms.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #2 did not include a signed fee agreement. In addition, the record for child #4 needed an updated emergency contact form and fee agreement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the infant cribs were side by side and did not have 2 feet of space on three sides. Two of the cribs had a baby inside. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2 and #3 did not have an updated annual evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

  5. Feb 27, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #4, #6 and #7 did not include an updated health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there were pointy scissors on the lower desk in classroom #6 and #7 in reach of young children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were toxic hand soaps on the lower sink tops in room #3 and #4. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The refrigerator used to store the children's food had black mold/mildew on the glass shelving. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1 and #3 was not signed by the operator. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #8 and #9 did not include an updated developmental assessment reviewed and given to parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreements for children #1 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #4 did not include health insurance policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Transportation

      3270.124(d) Excursions

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit/ emergency bag used for excursions did not have children emergency contact information. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have an emergency drill log indicating the time or different types of drills.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(d) Emergency plan/Plan posted

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Once emergency contact was reviewed by cert rep it did not have accommodations for infants and toddlers. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Bottles located in the infant room were not labeled with children names. (Corrected on site).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.166(1) Written statement

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The infants did not have a written feeding schedule obtained from the parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a) Child's hands washed

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. After changing child #1 diaper, staff person #1 did not wash the child hands.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreements for child #3 and #7 were outdated. In addition, the emergency contact form for child #8 was outdated.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

  6. Feb 1, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “On February 1, 2024, certification representative conducted a complaint investigation. It was reported, and video was viewed showing staff persons #1 grabbing a child by the upper arm/shoulder and put him down harshly on the seat.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2024

  7. Oct 19, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.20(a)(1) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child

      “On October 19, 2023, certification representative conducted a complaint investigation. After reviewing documentation and files it was determined that staff person #1 did not notify the appropriate regional office within 24hours after child #1 was taken to urgent care. In addition, the mother was not notified of the fall until later in the evening.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2023

  8. Aug 22, 2023Visit2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “On August 22, 2023, certification representative started a self-reported noncompliance investigation. Evidence showed that staff persons #1 and #2 were not utilizing their primary care groups and did not know the whereabouts of two children in their assigned group.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On August 22, 2023, certification representative started a self-reported noncompliance investigation. Evidence showed that staff persons #1 and #2 were not supervising the children correctly and did not know that two children left out of a prompted open door.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023

  9. Feb 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Apr 14, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “ON APRIL 14, 2022 DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, STAFF #1 USED HARSH LANGUAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “ON APRIL 14, 2022 DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, STAFF #1 WAS OBSERVED GRABBING A CHILD BY THE ARM LEADING THEM AROUND THE CLASSROOM”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2022

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  1. Mar 7, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “ON MARCH 7, 2022 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED THE PLAYGROUND PROTECTIVE SURFACE COVERING DID NOT MEET THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE UNITED STATES CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center licensed?

Yes. GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 34 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center care for?

143, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 963-3700 to confirm.

How much does GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 963-3700 to ask.

What is GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center's phone number?

(215) 963-3700.

Where is GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center?

1000 Heritage Dr, Pottstown, PA 19464. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School of Sanatoga, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).